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Media Literacy Questions for Analyzing POV Films Messages & Meanings
Messages & Meanings
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Content
- What is this film about (and what makes you think that)?
- What ideas, values and information are overt? Implied?
- Who are the voices of authority in this film? Are there voices left out that would add important perspectives?
Techniques
- What techniques does the filmmaker use to communicate essential ideas?
- How do those techniques communicate the intended message(s)?
Interpretations
- How might others see this film in a way that differs from the way I see it? How and why might different types of people interpret this film in divergent ways?
- What is my reaction to this film and what do I learn about myself from my reaction or interpretation?